The Worshipful Company of Cordwainers

750 years of The Worshipful Company of Cordwainers! Follow the link below to watch the full film. youtu.be/akbf4Fv5aIc

Footwear by #cordwainersawards 2025 finalist James Thrun. James explores conceptual footwear through material experimentation and innovative construction.

We are delighted to celebrate Damla Stilla Urin, a finalist in the #cordwainersawards 2025, whose work is redefining the future of footwear through a powerful fusion of traditional shoemaking and modern technology.

Today we are taking a look at our #cordwainersawards 2025 joint winner Meriem El Ouarrad.

Today we are putting the spotlight on #cordwainersawards 2025 joint winner Dexter Liang, whose visionary designs captivated the judges and audience alike.

Today we’re spotlighting another one of the brilliant #CordwainersAwards 2025 finalists, Natalia Iwanowska - a London-based footwear designer whose work responds to the real demands of modern life.

Introducing #cordwainersawards 2025 finalist Ishika Choudhary! ✨ Ishika’s design philosophy is defined by clean, considered, and thoughtful work. With a background deeply rooted in art and design, Ishika finds creative expression in footwear.

Footwear by #CordwainersAwards 2025 finalist, Ria Mohammed! Rooted in artisanal craftsmanship and inspired by Indian artistry, Ria’s designs celebrate tradition while exploring sustainable, community-driven design.

Footwear by #cordwainersawards 2024 finalist Wunnai Tam. For this project, designer Wunnai was inspired by the artist and sculptor Barbara Hepworth, particularly the holes that she created within her sculptures.

Footwear by #cordwainersawards finalist Haena Ryu! For their project designer Haena was inspired by people wearing social masks, focusing on a dual construction. Haena blended craftsmanship and technology, using techniques like wet moulding, hand stitching and shirring.

Winner of our #cordwainersawards Sneaker/Athleisure Award winner Joe Muir. For his winning project, designer Joe was inspired by the video game Mirrors Edge Catalyst, which is a free running open world game.

Footwear by Therese Frank- who was awarded a commendation at this years #cordwainersawards Designer Therese wants to redefine footwear with “an elegance and eco-consciousness, drawing inspiration from the clean lines and timelessness of Scandinavian fashion”

Winner of the #cordwainersawards Sustainable Development Award Lu Zhou! For this project, designer Lu focussed on the issue of EEE overconsumption and e-waste, integrating recycled e-waste into footwear products!

Our #cordwainersawards 2024 winner @george_nikiforakis These incredible shoes combine a 3D printed upper, sole and cover, along with a knitted, dual layered sock with an integrated insole. . . . #shoes #shoemaking #shoemaker #shoedesign #shoedesigner #shoedesigners

📣 New Podcast Episode - In Their Shoes with Sophia Webster! ✨ In this episode, Katie Greenyer chats to Sophia Webster, who is known for her joyful, feminine and playful shoes! Sophia’s story is one of tenacity and determination! open.spotify.com/episode/5mQ…

The build up to the 2024 Cordwainers Footwear Awards has begun! cordwainers.org/footwear/cor… @LCFLondon @Art_and_Design

Sneakers by our 2019 #cordwainersawards finalist Dimitri Gabellier Following the awards, designer Dimitri went on to be a Footwear Designer at Givenchy, before his current role as a Footwear Designer at Adidas!

Northampton shoemakers raise money for @royalmarsden cordwainers.org/blog/a-lasti… Enter our raffle for a pair of bespoke shoes. @ChronandEcho

Ever wanted to a pair of bespoke shoes? Enter our draw with all funds raised going to the @royalmarsden. Lastmaker Michael James has teamed up with master shoemaker Adele Williamson of @TrickersShoes to offer a handmade pair of shoes to the lucky winner uk.givergy.com/cordwainers/

Boots by our 2023 #cordwainersawards Sustainability Award winner Annie Purdy.

Congratulations to our neighbours @Fan_Makers in @Saddlers_Hall on clothing HM the Queen with the #livery.